Ep 3. American Classics ala Mexicana

In Mexican Made Easy season 4 episode 3, titled "American Classics ala Mexicana," host Marcela Valladolid puts a Mexican twist on some classic American dishes. She starts the episode by preparing a batch of Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce, which she uses in some of the other recipes in the episode.

The first dish Marcela tackles is a Mexican take on Sloppy Joes. She makes a Spicy Pork and Poblano Sloppy Joe and pairs it with a quick and easy recipe for Pickled Red Onions. Marcela uses ground pork for this recipe and adds in some diced poblanos for a little heat. She also includes some adobo sauce, cumin, and chili powder to give the dish even more flavor.

Next up is a recipe for Nacho Lasagna. Marcela layers corn tortillas with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, sour cream, and salsa for a delicious and easy-to-make casserole dish. She tops the dish with shredded cheese and bakes it in the oven until it's hot and bubbly.

For a vegetarian option, Marcela makes a Black Bean Veggie Burger with Avocado Mayo. She combines black beans, breadcrumbs, and a variety of spices to create a flavorful patty that's packed with protein. She serves the burger on a bun with a simple avocado mayo made from mashed avocado, lime juice, and mayonnaise.

To finish off the episode, Marcela prepares a Mexican-style Apple Pie with a Churro Crust. She uses a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples for the filling, which she spices with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of cayenne pepper. For the crust, Marcela mixes churro ingredients like flour, sugar, and cinnamon together with butter and makes a tender and flaky pastry that's perfect for the apple filling.

Throughout the episode, Marcela shares tips and tricks for preparing these dishes, as well as ideas for adapting them to suit your own taste preferences. She also showcases the versatility of Mexican flavors, showing how they can be incorporated into a variety of different cuisines and dishes.

Overall, "American Classics ala Mexicana" is a fun and flavorful episode of Mexican Made Easy that's sure to inspire viewers to get creative in the kitchen. Whether you're a fan of classic American dishes or Mexican flavors, you're sure to find something to love in this episode.